I had the best time diving with Squalo Adventures Dive Center in Isla Mujeres.
I started my PADI training back home in Canada with the eLearning and pool dives but decided to finish up in the warmer waters of Mexico.
Andrés from Squalo Adventures was super helpful right from the start, answering all my emails and questions quickly, which made me feel like I was making the right choice.
My instructor, Roberto, was awesome. He was patient, explained everything we were going to do, answered all my questions before each dive, and really helped me feel comfortable and confident underwater.
In just two days (4 dives), I finished my Open Water Diver certification and immediately jumped into the Advanced Open Water Diver course with a friend and dive buddy.
The underwater museum and the reef here are amazing, full of colorful fish; angelfish, jackfish, pufferfish, huge grouper, nurse sharks, sting rays, barracuda, and so much more.
However, the night diving was the absolute best! At night the ocean comes alive with fish and creatures you rarely see during the day. We saw sea turtles, spiny lobsters, eels, and sea urchins everywhere, and the bioluminescent plankton glowing overhead like stars against a dark sky was an out-of-this-world experience. You have to do this if you get the chance!
Now, I'm heading home with my Advanced Open Water Diver certificate and nine incredible dives under my belt. I can't wait to come back, especially for more night diving.
A big thank you to Andrés, Roberto, Jesus, Armando, Manuel, Jonathan, and the rest of the Squalo team for making this experience unforgettable.
If you're in Isla Mujeres and looking to dive, Squalo Adventures is the place to go. You won't regret it!
TL;DNR: Went to Squalo Adventures in Isla Mujeres to complete my dive certifications and had the best experience. From the underwater museum to night diving with bioluminescent plankton, it was all unforgettable. Big thanks to the team at Squalo, especially Roberto, for making me feel so comfortable and confident. I can't recommend them enough!
